Baker & Cook

Baker & Cook is an artisan bakery founded by acclaimed New Zealand baker Dean Brettschneider, beloved for its sourdough, pastries and generous brunch. Glass cases brim with Danishes, sausage rolls, tarts and crusty loaves baked through the day, and the coffee is reliably good. The flagship in the leafy Hillcrest/Bukit Timah area is a relaxed neighbourhood spot, with several other outlets around town. Prices sit at the premium end, but the quality of the bakes shows. Grab a pastry and a coffee, or settle in for eggs and a loaf to take home.